Thunderstorms possible on the Central Coast through Wednesday afternoon

A funnel cloud was seen west of Santa Maria on Wednesday, March 22, 2017.
Courtesy of Jason Mergenov

Rain returned to the Central Coast this week. But rain isn’t the only thing in the weather mix today — thunderstorms may also make an appearance Wednesday afternoon.

According to PG&E meteorologist John Lindsey, the Central Coast can expect rain all day Wednesday that could become heavy at times, as well as potential isolated thunderstorms through Wednesday afternoon. Lindsey warned people to be safe during thunderstorms, which can produce lightning, and stay inside.

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The wet weather will break Wednesday night through Friday afternoon, with more rain predicted Friday night into Saturday morning. Rainfall totals from that storm system will range between 0.33 and 1.25 inches, Lindsey said.

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